Spurs move for Caen hot-shot

29 June 2011 16:37
Tottenham Hotspur boss Harry Redknapp has reportedly tabled an offer for French sensation M'Baye Niang, who plays for Ligue 1 outfit Caen.[LNB] Niang is regarded as one of the best young prospects to emerge in French football after bursting onto the scene at the back end of last season with Caen.[LNB]The 16-year-old only made his first-team debut in April and scored three goals in seven games.[LNB]His performances played a key part in keeping Caen in Ligue 1 last season and his emergence has alerted a number of clubs across Europe to his potential.[LNB]Manchester City have been credited with an interest in the teenager, but Spurs have made the first move for Niang.[LNB]Spurs are thought to have tabled a bid in the region of 8million euros for the 6ft frontman as they look to steal a march on their rivals.[LNB]Caen are thought to be considering the offer, but the developments could see other clubs enter the race for the exciting forward.

Source: Team_Talk